to warn workers they can reduce the law. by law companies should employ at least 100 employees should provide, must provide written warnings to workers. the omp states to further minimize waste and destruction with unwarranted layoff notices this memorandum provide guidance regarding the certain liability and litigation costs associated with compliance. >> it's indefensible. you make the point the law is very clear if because this administration companies won't have to make layoffs they have to give notice. obama says don't tell anybody you are going to get laid off because of what's happening in our administration, but they go beyond that and say not only don't comply with the law but we will make the taxpayers pay your legal bills. that is outrageous. >> he is echoing the senate. they are sending layoff notices in an effort to pressure congress and the white house to take action against defense cuts. lockheed martin releasing a statement that in part concludes we remain firm in our conviction the automatic and across the b